Looking for a premium Android flagship? The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are two compelling options, but they take rather different approaches. Google’s latest Pixel emphasizes its camera experience and tightly integrated Google software, while Samsung offers more powerful hardware, a broader feature set, and extras like Privacy Display and the S Pen. And due to the fact that the Galaxy is now the older model, it can now be found at a lower price.
But does Samsung’s hardware advantage translate into a better overall experience? And which phone comes out ahead in our camera tests? Let’s find out.
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For starters, you can compare the complete specs sheets or directly continue with our editor’s assessment.
Size comparison
When it comes to design, both Google and Samsung seem stuck in their ways.
